convivial

The definition of convivial is something or someone that is festive and good company.

(adjective)

An example of convivial is a person who is cheerful and who always makes you feel welcome.
An example of convivial is a party where everyone is friendly and welcoming.

See convivial in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

Origin: L convivialis < convivium, a feast < convivere, to carouse together < com-, together + vivere, to live: see quick

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See convivial in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Origin:

Origin: Late Latin convīviālis

Origin: , from Latin convīvium, banquet

Origin: : com-, com-

Origin: + vīvere, to live; see g^wei- in Indo-European roots

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